Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium compound formed by the reaction of oxidized starch with 2,3-epoxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride.
What does it do?
Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride?
Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is the quaternary ammonium compound formed by the reaction of oxidized starch with 2,3-epoxypropyltrimethylammonium chloride.
Is Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride do in cosmetic products?
Oxidized Starch Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 30/10/2015